Braun Aesculap Favorita II Instrucciones De Manejo página 8

4. Instructions for maintenance
of Aesculap cutter heads
Aesculap cutter heads are made of extremely hard spe-
cial steel which contains a high amount of carbon. This
type of steel is especially suitable for cutting articles. It
ensures long preservation of the cutting edge.
For optimal shearing both impeccably ground cutter
blades and adjustment, by means of the knurled
screw, of the pressure exerted by the upper on the
lower blade, are indispensable.
Cutting test
After preliminary adjustment of the knurled screw, a
cutting test should be carried out.
The knurled screw should be tightened only to such an
extent that the upper cutter blade can be moved man-
ually from the side with moderate pressure.
If afterwards the cutter head does not deliver perfect
cutting performance, it must be resharpened.
The following recommendations should be followed
for satisfactory handling:
Each time before shearing, the cutter heads should
be oiled.
When the cutter heads are in regular use, dismantle
them every few days and clean them with a soft
cloth or brush. Clean very carefully between the
teeth.
After cleaning the cutter blades, oil them lightly (to
prevent rusting).
Prior to assembling, wipe off the sliding surfaces
with the palm to make sure that these parts are ab-
solutely clean.
The cutter head can cut properly only if there are no
hairs between the cutter blades.
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Tighten the knurled screw only so far that the upper
cutter blade can still be moved with moderate pres-
sure from the side.
Cutter heads are changed while the machine is run-
ning. To do this, the lever on the side of the ma-
chine must be pressed.
To maintain the accuracy of cutting over a longer
period, a heavily soiled coat of the animal to be
sheared should be cleaned beforehand.
To ensure trouble-free cutting, it is advisable to
comb the animal thoroughly and to untangle mat-
ted parts.
The cutter heads can be professionally sharpened
several times. For this purpose, contact an
authorized repair shop.
5. Storing
Keep the clipper in a dry place with oiled cutter heads
and cutter head holder.